Question

1 Select the correct answer! Which statement best explains the octet rule? A. Atoms gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full valence shell. D B. Compounds always consist of eight electrons. oa. |||||Molecules always consist of eight atoms. OD. All atoms require eight electrons to form bonds. Reset Next Entum. All rights reserved.​

Answer 1

A. Atoms gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full valence shell

Step-by-step explanation:

The octet rule is best explained as the process in which atoms lose or gain or share electrons to achieve a full valence shell.

• In this process bonds are formed when there is an attraction between the two substances.
• For electrovalent compounds, an atom will lose electrons or gain electron to form an ion, the electrostatic attraction causes the bond formation.
• Covalent compounds, form by sharing of electrons.

Therefore, the octet rule is attained when atoms gain full valence configuration.